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Sheba Creamy snacks zalm
Sheba Creamy snacks zalm scores 1.8/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 3.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.8/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The ingredients are dominated by low-value, unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' and 'derivatives of vegetable origin,' with salmon listed at only 4%, indicating poor protein source quality well below the qualitative 2.0 score descriptor. On a dry matter basis, protein is marginal at 30.4%, and the product estimates 26.1% carbohydrates alongside unspecified vegetable derivatives, failing to meet a strict carnivore's nutritional needs.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 4,200+ dry food products, Sheba Creamy snacks zalm scores below the dry food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · June 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
HOW IT COMPARES
Sheba Creamy snacks zalm vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 4,200+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
Scores 0.8 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains some controversial additives
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01meat and animal derivatives
- 02fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%)
- 03derivatives of vegetable origin
- 04oils and fats
- 05milk and milk derivatives (of which milk protein 0.5%).
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
Dry matter basis
Dry matter basis removes water content for accurate comparison between wet and dry foods.
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
meat and animal derivatives, fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%), derivatives of vegetable origin, oils and fats, milk and milk derivatives (of which milk protein 0.5%).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Sheba Creamy snacks zalm good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Sheba Creamy snacks zalm is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.8 out of 5. The ingredients are dominated by low-value, unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' and 'derivatives of vegetable origin,' with salmon listed at only 4%, indicating poor protein source quality well below the qualitative 2.0 score descriptor. On a dry matter basis, protein is marginal at 30.4%, and the product estimates 26.1% carbohydrates alongside unspecified vegetable derivatives, failing to meet a strict carnivore's nutritional needs.
What is the protein content of Sheba Creamy snacks zalm?
Sheba Creamy snacks zalm contains 3.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 30.43% protein. Dry matter basis is the fairest way to compare protein between wet and dry foods because it removes water content from the equation.
Is Sheba Creamy snacks zalm grain-free?
Yes, Sheba Creamy snacks zalm is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Sheba Creamy snacks zalm compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 4,200+ cat food products, Sheba Creamy snacks zalm scores 0.8 points below the average dry food quality score of 2.6. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Sheba Creamy snacks zalm suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Sheba Creamy snacks zalm is formulated for adult cats. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Sheba Creamy snacks zalm?
The top 5 ingredients in Sheba Creamy snacks zalm are: meat and animal derivatives, fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%), derivatives of vegetable origin, oils and fats, milk and milk derivatives (of which milk protein 0.5%).. The primary ingredient is meat and animal derivatives. The remaining top ingredients are fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%), derivatives of vegetable origin, oils and fats, milk and milk derivatives (of which milk protein 0.5%).. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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